Membership
At Gretna Covenant Church we treasure membership. We also put a high emphasis on serving. The result of the two together is that members often serve alongside our ministers.
Reasons to be a Church Member
Become Part Of Our Family
The process of becoming a member at GCC is a simple three steps.
1. Meet with a minister to share about your life in Christ.
2. The membership request is brought to elders.
3. Corporate affirmation and presentation of the new member in a Sunday morning service.
When you become a member it provides you with several things that are unique to the church. First, you are committed to something you care about. (Heb. 10:24-25) Second, other people will be committed to you through all seasons of life. (1 Thess. 5:11) Three, You will have pastoral care. (Eph. 4:11-12) Four, you will have a voice and vote in leading the congregation. Five, as a member the facilities are available for membership use.
Membership Covenant
In 2015 Rev. Mario led GCC to adopt a covenant for membership. These nine points aid in reminding the congregation of what Scripture calls us to do in the Gospel community.
By being a church member, I affirm the following...
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To work toward the vision and values of the church in making a Gospel-impact on the community.
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To be a witness of Christ at all times with my family, friends, community, co-workers, and others.
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To use the gifts God has given me in the service of the church and community.
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To maintain the doctrinal beliefs of the church.
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To support the work of Christ's kingdom and the local church with my resources, including time, money, and work, all with a spirit of gratitude and not legalism.
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To attend faithfully the church gatherings, worship, events and a small group.
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To work towards the unity of the church with fellow members and people in the community.
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To humbly receive and give love and discipline in the church.
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To follow the leadership and spiritual shepherds of teh church within scriptural boundaries.